Design your dream western interior with our custom upholstery restorations, and learn to upholster through our online tutorials, our online upholstery membership group, and hands-on workshops.

IN-PERSON WORKSHOPS

In-person workshops are held in various states, and here at our workroom in Red Bluff, CA.  Workshop participants may choose from different learning options including beginner 1 and 3 day upholstery workshops to more advanced 3 and 5 day upholstery workshops. The upholstery workshop locations and schedule is arranged based on the amount of interest.

 

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ONLINE MEMBERSHIP GROUP

Whether you’ve never upholstered before, or are looking to add some new upholstery skills, our Online Upholstery Membership Group is a cost-effective and convenient way to learn upholstery. From the video lessons and PDF tutorials in our training library, to weekly online trainings, and an engaged and encouraging Facebook group, you can learn upholstery at your own pace, ask your upholstery questions, and receive assistance on your upholstery projects.

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CUSTOM WESTERN UPHOLSTERY

Do you already own a piece of furniture you would like to have upholstered in western style? Are you looking to have a new upholstered frame customized to help bring your western-interior vision to life? I can help you bring that vision to life by restoring your antique upholstered pieces or can customize the upholstery on a new frame with a western style to compliment your personal design style and home interior. 

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Hi, I’m Sierra, and I love good horses, fine fabrics, vintage furniture, and the western lifestyle.

Here, you’ll find custom upholstered furniture and the tutorials and trainings to help you design and restore you own upholstered pieces!

This business began with a love for restoring antique furniture and bringing upholstered pieces back to life, with a western flair. It has since developed into custom western upholstery and designs being shipped worldwide and upholstery workshops teaching you how to do the same!

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In each episode we discover the stories beneath the “stitches” as we dive into upholstery and other western heritage trades and skills.

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Custom Tooled Leather

Custom designed Tooled Leather Panels available to order for your next project

Let Cody at Smokin’ Burro custom you a tooled leather panel for your next project.

Testimonials

“I have just finished reupholstering my second chair, something I would never, ever been brave enough to do before taking classes with Sierra from The Rusted Roan. I would just look at these amazing pieces that Sierra had created and was simply in love, wishing I could do that. When Sierra announced, she was considering starting online classes and doing workshops all I could think of was sign me up, I am doing this!
If you want it bad enough, you will figure out a way. I am so pleased with the instruction we have been receiving and look forward every week to the online classes as you will always learn something, even if it does not currently apply to the chair you are working on.
Thank you, Sierra, for sharing your passion and making this group feel like family!”

Judy

“I have been following your business socials for a few years now and have been in awe of the stunning pieces you create. Talent and an exceptional eye for western styling. Joining the membership group was the best thing I have done. Your knowledge is outstanding, and the tutorial videos have been such a great help for me to learn the ropes. I can’t wait to see just how amazing the membership will be as you evolve. The other members are so supportive, the group chats and seeing peoples pieces they are working is so inspiring. Next will be booking a trip over to the US to attend a workshop, hopefully at the Art of the Cowgirl. Mel from Australia.”

Mel

“I have followed The Rusted Roan for quite a while. Sierra’s work and ability to pair fabrics and colors is inspiring. I have also taken quite a few “in person” upholstery classes in my area; I am a hobby upholsterer. Sierra is a top notch instructor. I am a hands on, in person type of learner, however Sierra does a really great job teaching virtually. Her videos are clear and easy to understand, and the visuals are well done. She covers the how’s and the why’s. Her teaching videos show, in detail, the steps needed to complete the process of putting a piece together. She is also very responsive to questions. If you are thinking about joining The Rusted Roan’s Upholstery group, I would highly recommend giving it a try. ”

Nancy

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Tutorials & Workbook

Downloadable video and eBook tutorials including the Getting Started In Western Upholstery Handbook.

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Wise Owl Furniture Salve

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Wise Owl Furniture Salve is a game changer! It brings life back into old furniture and will seal your newly painted or finished piece. It is absolutely fantastic smelling. It deodorizes furniture, can be used over finished or unfinished wood, used in place of furniture wax to seal Wise Owl Chalk Synthesis Paint, or use it as a furniture polish. You can even use it on leather or to polish your stainless steel appliances!

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Smokin' Burro & Carson's Corner

Leather work including tooled upholstery panels and accessories by Cody from Smokin Burros and accessories by Carson from Carsons Corner.